Chief of Staff to the CEO

$133,496 - $213,594/Yr

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority - Arlington, VA

Full-time - Senior

Arlington, VA

Support Activities for Transportation

About the position

The Chief of Staff (CoS) to the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) provides confidential and strategic support to the CEO, managing the administrative operations of the Executive Office. This role involves liaising with various stakeholders, overseeing strategic initiatives, and ensuring the CEO is prepared for meetings and events. The CoS will also handle budget management and assist in decision-making processes, requiring a high level of initiative and independent work.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential and trusted organizational and strategic support to the CEO.
• Manage the administrative operations of the Executive Office, including budget preparation and monitoring.
• Serve as a liaison with staff, executives, and senior leaders regarding project updates and proposals.
• Oversee strategic business initiatives from development through execution under senior leadership guidance.
• Assist executives in decision-making, program management, and initiative implementation.
• Attend meetings and represent the CEO in their absence, ensuring they are prepared with necessary materials.
• Monitor various issues, projects, and programs on behalf of the Executive Office.
• Develop and build relationships with employees to enhance operational efficiency.
• Prepare and monitor the Executive Office budget, including data gathering and expense estimation.

Requirements

• Seven years of progressively responsible experience in a business management or executive role.
• Ability to perform complex analyses of data and information, make recommendations, and prepare reports.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles and ability to manage operations and programs of subordinate departments.
• Expertise in planning and leading strategic initiatives.
• Expertise in data analysis and budget management.
• Knowledge of contracts and operating permits, with the ability to research and utilize information in Airports Authority guidelines.
• Effective communication skills, with an emphasis on negotiation and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in computer hardware and modern office suite software, particularly spreadsheet software.

Nice-to-haves

• A master's degree in Personnel Administration, Communications, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Experience working in an airport, airline, or in airline support operations.